Healthy Game-Day Snacks

Enjoy the big game with these festive finger foods and savory snacks, all just as tasty as the not-so-healthy traditional versions. Our collection of healthy snacks all have less than 200 calories and 6 grams of fat. We also considered sodium and gave bonus points for protein and fiber.


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Triple-Pepper Nachos

Your game-day guests will be reaching for more of these cripsy corn nachos. We've covered them in all your favorite fixings -- melted cheese, chunky salsa, peppers, and more! 

Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 13 mins 425°F
Cheesy Snack Mix

Coated in Parmesan cheese and zesty Italian dressing, this garlic-cheese mix makes an easy-to-scoop snack for any party.

Makes: 18 servings
Yield: 9 cups
Prep: 15 mins
Bake: 30 mins
Stand: overnight
Corn & Roasted Pepper Relish

More peppers, please! Enjoy all your favorites -- poblano, jalepeno, and red sweet peppers -- in one satisfying bite. Add a splash of lime juice for extra fresh flavor.

Yield: 4 1/2 cups
Prep: 35 mins
Roast: 20 mins 425°F
Stand: 15 mins
Spiced Apricots in Dark Chocolate

Chocolate craving kicking in? Instead of reaching for a candy bar, dip dried apricots in rich dark chocolate, then sprinkle with ground chipotle chile pepper for a low-calorie, guilt-free snack.

Makes: 18 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Microwave: 1 min
Stand: 1 hr
Mini Margherita Pizzas

Topped with fresh mozzarella cheese and juicy roma tomatoes, these irresistible pizzas will be gone before kickoff! Plus, at only 85 calories, these mini bites make a guilt-free snack.

Yield: 18 to 20 mini pizzas
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 8 mins 450°F
Mango Pico de Gallo

Fellow fans will love this gluten-free fruit salsa. It's low in fat and bursting with vitamin C. Add a pinch of cumin to the mix for sharp Mexican flavor.

Yield: 3 cups
Prep: 25 mins
Chill: 2 hrs
Caramel Popcorn

Just a little margarine and salt goes a long way in this deliciously guilt-free version of one of America's most popular party snacks.

Makes: 11 servings
Yield: 11 cups
Prep: 15 mins
Bake: 15 mins 300°F
Strawberry Margarita Cheesecake Minis

Sink your teeth into tiny bites of strawberry and vanilla. You may want to make a double batch -- these rich and creamy low-cal treats might run out before halftime!

Yield: 36 mini cheesecakes
Prep: 1 hr
Bake: 15 mins 325°F
Cool: 10 mins
Mango Habenero Pulled Chicken Bites

Touchdowns aren't the only thing that will get you fired up on game day. Habenero peppers, featured in these sweet-and-spicy mango chicken bites, add a hint of heat.

Makes: 16 servings
Yield: 3 cups chicken
Prep: 25 mins
Slow Cook: 4 hrs to 5 hrs (low) or 2 to 2 1/2 hours (high)
Oatmeal Cookies

Looking for something sweet to eat? Bake these two-bite treats just before kickoff for a warm mouthful of hearty oats, sweet cinnamon, and brown-sugary goodness -- all for less than 90 calories per cookie.

Makes: 48 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 8 mins 375°F per batch
Stand: 1 min
Broccoli-Cheese Dip with Potato Dippers

Make a better version of baked potatoes with a creamy, cheesy crowd-pleasing dip instead. Scoop up all your favorite toppings -- cheese, bacon, and broccoli -- in one savory bite.

Makes: 16 servings
Yield: 2 tablespoons dip and 4 Potato Dippers per serving
Prep: 20 mins
Slow Cook: 4 hrs (low) or 2 hours (high)
Frozen Neapolitans

Having trouble choosing your favorite ice cream flavor? With our melt-in-your-mouth neapolitan minis, you won't have to. Enjoy three layers of luscious strawberry, smooth vanilla, and rich chocolate atop a cripsy cereal-almond crust. 

Yield: About 48 bars
Prep: 25 mins
Freeze: 5 hrs
Stand: 10 mins
Confetti Peanut Butter Munchies

Add even more flavor to your puppy chow with bits of dried mango, pineapple, and other delicious fruits. Pretzels coated in peanut butter and powdered sugar give crunch to this fan-favorite mix.

Makes: 22 servings
Yield: 11 cups
Prep: 25 mins
Stand: 1 hr
Creamy Collard Dip

Kick off your football party with a creamy dose of cheesy garlic-bacon dip. Scoop it up with vegetable dippers, such as sweet pepper strips, or serve with thin bread sticks for a delicious low-calorie snack.

Makes: 12 servings
Yield: 3-1/2 cups dip
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Bake: 10 mins 350°F
Homemade Graham Crackers

Ditch the box of graham crackers and go for DIY crackers instead. Guests can spread on sweet jelly, creamy peanut butter, and even toasted marshmallows. The options are endless.

Yield: 64 crackers
Prep: 30 mins
Chill: 1 hr
Bake: 6 hrs 350°F
Spiced Tofu Spring Rolls

Everyone will be grabbing these zesty favorites. The recipe is easy -- wrap a mixture of spicy tofu, shredded cabbage, carrots, and cilantro in translucent rice paper. See how!

Yield: 12 appetizers
Prep: 30 mins
Cranberry-Sauced Meatballs

Add some substance to the snack table with these delicious chicken or turkey meatballs. The meatballs get their snappy taste from cranberry-flavor barbecue sauce.

Makes: 30 servings
Yield: 30 meatballs
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 15 mins 350°F
Super-Bean Vegetarian Chili

Feed the hungry football fans in your family with a small bowl of this hearty chili. One serving has more than half your fiber needs for the day!

Makes: 2 servings
Yield: 2 main-dish servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Chili Nuts

Lively seasonings -- including chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and ground cinnamon -- add sensational flavor to this snack without boosting its sodium level.

Makes: 3 servings
Prep: 10 mins
Bake: 15 mins 325°
Buffalo Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dressing

Good news! Buffalo wings can be heart-healthy. Just remove the skin from the chicken and bake them instead of frying.

Makes: 8 servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Artichoke-Feta Tortilla Wraps

These cheesy wraps are great appetizers for the big game. Three cheeses, roasted peppers, and artichokes mingle in the tortilla-wrapped treats.

Yield: 24 appetizers
Prep: 15 mins
Bake: 15 mins 350°F
Salt-and-Pepper Chips

Skip those high-fat, high-sodium store-bought chips and replace them with this easy-to-fix fat-free version. Munch away!

Makes: 3 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Bake: 8 mins 350°F
Sweet Potato Fries

These sweet potato fries are a lower-fat (and tasty!) alternative to traditional fries. Baking them on a foil-lined pan helps prevent overbrowning.

Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Bake: 20 mins to 30 mins 400°F
Curried Cashews

Pass the nuts! This zesty version forgos the cooking oil or melted butter often used on spiced-nut recipes. Instead, it opts for apple juice concentrate.

Makes: 12 servings
Yield: 3 cups
Prep: 10 mins
Bake: 22 mins 350°F
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